Yellowstone National Park has 12 developed campgrounds with over 2,000 available campsites during the peak summer season. Reservations are accepted at several of the park’s campgrounds, Bridge Bay Campground, Canyon Campground, Fishing Bridge RV Campground, Grant Campground, and Madison Campground. These campgrounds are operated by a private company, Xanterra Parks and Resorts. Reservations at these campgrounds may be made online, or by calling 866-GEYSERLAND (866-439-7375). For last minute reservations, call 307-344-7901. All other campgrounds in Yellowstone are operated by the national park service and are first-come first-serve. Campgrounds frequently fill, so secure a first-come first-serve site early in the day.

During summer months, camping stays are limited to a maximum of 14 days with up to six people per site. Wood and charcoal fires are permitted at all campgrounds except Fishing Bridge RV Campground (additional seasonal fire restrictions may occur). Collecting firewood is permitted. All food, utensils, and anything that might attract bears and other wildlife must be kept inside a vehicle or a bear storage locker when not in use. Dispose of trash responsibly and do not burn waste in fire rings.

Hikes in Yellowstone National Park

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Pebble CreekThis 12-mile long trail travels down a beautiful backcountry meadow between Montana and Wyoming, bringing through hikers to a second trailhead (shorter out and back hikes are also possible without a car shuttle).

Tower FallThis out and back hike starts with a direct view of a 132-foot waterfall. Unfortunately, the final leg of the trail to the base of Tower Fall is closed due to damage from rock and mud slides.

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Are there any trails you would recommend where we could hike in, stay a night, and hike out. Hike should be pretty easy and less than three miles. Want to give my high school kids a taste of the back country experience without burning them out. The ability to have a wood fire and possibly fish would also be nice.

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